Mets' Billy Eppler confident in Francisco Alvarez's ability behind plate: 'I believe he is a catcher'It's conceivable that the Mets could use Alvarez in a hybrid role in the majors this season1/26/2023, 5:40 PMDanny AbrianoManager of Editorial ProductionOct 4, 2022; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (50) follows through on a solo home run against the Washington Nationals during the sixth inning at Citi Field. The home run was the first of his major league career. / Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports